For humanitarians, the Geneva Conventions at 70 are a call to duty
To mark the anniversary, diplomats planned to discuss the strengths and weakness of international humanitarian law.
Humanitarians & Peace
Humanitarian action and peace are closely intertwined. Humanitarian organizations alleviate suffering in crisis, while also creating conditions for long-term peace. Through neutral and impartial aid, they help save lives and protect civilians. The international community, led by the U.N. and other organizations, works to bridge the gap between emergency aid and sustainable peacebuilding efforts to rebuild societies shattered by conflict.
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